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2.5 million diyas to light up Raipur on Sept 17 for Seva Sankalp Abhiyan
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🗓 14 Sep 2026, 01:31 AM
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On September 17, Raipur will be illuminated with approximately 2.5 million oil‑lamps as part of the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, a statewide service drive.
Raipur, the capital of Chhattisgarh, is set to be bathed in the glow of about 2.5 million diyas on September 17. The massive lighting effort is organized under the banner of the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, a campaign aimed at fostering community service and civic participation.
The Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, launched by the state government, encourages citizens to contribute to public welfare projects while celebrating cultural traditions. By lighting millions of oil‑lamps across the city, officials hope to create a visual symbol of collective resolve and unity.
Authorities have coordinated with municipal bodies to ensure safe installation of the diyas in public spaces, streets and major landmarks. The event is expected to draw large crowds, offering a festive atmosphere that blends traditional Diwali‑like illumination with a message of social responsibility.
Organisers anticipate that the spectacle will not only enhance the city’s nightscape but also reinforce the campaign’s call for volunteerism, encouraging residents to continue service activities beyond the event.
The Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, launched by the state government, encourages citizens to contribute to public welfare projects while celebrating cultural traditions. By lighting millions of oil‑lamps across the city, officials hope to create a visual symbol of collective resolve and unity.
Authorities have coordinated with municipal bodies to ensure safe installation of the diyas in public spaces, streets and major landmarks. The event is expected to draw large crowds, offering a festive atmosphere that blends traditional Diwali‑like illumination with a message of social responsibility.
Organisers anticipate that the spectacle will not only enhance the city’s nightscape but also reinforce the campaign’s call for volunteerism, encouraging residents to continue service activities beyond the event.